Undermining local elections, reducing accountability

House Bill 1339 forces local races onto even-year ballots, burying important city, county, and school board contests under high-profile federal and state campaigns. This shift benefits partisan interests, not local communities.

Less Accountability, More Political Games: With voters overwhelmed by major races, local officials will face less scrutiny, making it easier for underperforming leaders to avoid accountability. Instead of helping communities, this bill seeks to manipulate voter turnout trends for political gain.

A Solution in Search of a Problem: Rather than increasing engagement, HB 1339 would dilute attention on local issues. Lawmakers should focus on voter education and accessibility—not rigging election timing for partisan advantage. Local elections deserve dedicated focus, not to be lost in the noise of national politics.